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Help for crystal meth addiction

Methamphetamine hydrochloride addiction

Methamphetamine hydrochloride is a highly addictive stimulant drug. In crystal form, meth alters the brain and causes feelings of heightened pleasure that increases energy levels and raises mood. Users experience irregular heartbeat, increased blood pressure, and other emotional extremities. However, prolonged use of crystal meth may lead to mental disorders, memory loss and severe dental decay.

Here, we explore crystal meth addiction treatment options and where to go for help. At the end of the article, we invite your questions about crystal meth addiction. We try to respond to all questions personally and promptly.

How to help crystal meth addiction

Crystal meth is highly addictive. In a short amount of time, high dosage consumption is often needed to address drug craving. Several treatment stages help a crystal meth user overcome the addiction. The main treatments available to help crystal meth addiction include:

1. Crystal meth withdrawal treatment

During the withdrawal or detoxification procedure, methamphetamine is being removed from the body. A crystal meth user abstains from consuming the drug completely. Commonly, during the withdrawal phase of 7-10 days, a crystal meth dependent user may exhibit hyperphagia (excessive hunger), craving for the drug and depressive symptoms. However, these symptoms are found to decline 1-2 weeks after cessation of crystal meth.

2. Physical stabilization

After the initial withdrawal treatment follows the post-acute withdrawal STAGE or PAWS. Although physical symptoms may wane, psychological and emotional symptoms (craving and depression) may increase. To address these emotional hurdles, doctors may prescribe anti-depressants or anti-anxiety medications. To increase your chances of success, you can preoccupy yourself with a productive activity, engage yourself in sports or a hobby, or generally keep the body busy with life enhancing activities.

3. Psychological crystal meth addiction treatment

Self-control and self-esteem building are integral components in psychological treatment for crystal meth addiction. When an individual is empowered to make the right choices and wise decisions, change and control can occur. Several psychological and behavioral therapies have been utilized in reinforcing crystal meth abstinence such as contingency management (CM), motivational enhancement therapy (MET) and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT).

Getting help for crystal meth addiction

Fighting an addiction to crystal meth is a serious struggle. In fact, getting help for crystal meth addiction often requires personal and professional support. Here’s a basic list of resources that help you in addressing crystal meth addiction.

Family and friends – Often, groups of people that are close to you are your best advocates. Close family and friends can be a source of unconditional and sincere and love and concern. They can also serve as great inspiration and motivation on your way to a crystal-meth free life. However, if you cannot find emotional support from family and friends, seek help elsewhere.

Social worker – Licensed clinical social workers often know the local community culture inside and out. A local social worker can help in providing resources, linkages and referrals to crystal meth treatment facilities.

Healthcare professionals – You can first seek help for crystal meth addiction from your family doctor. Doctors know local addiction treatment services and can recommend reputation programs for detox and treatment. Psychiatrists that specialize in treating addictions can also provide help for crystal metha addiction.

Therapists and counselors – Licensed psychotherapists assist crystal meth dependent people in psychological and mental health issues. These licensed therapists and counselors assess the individual’s state of mind and aid in suggesting behavioral and psychological therapies to address cravings and change behavior.

How to help a crystal meth addict

Most of the time, instead of helping a loved one suffering from crystal meth addiction, a family or friend unintentionally enables the addiction. Stop enabling by cutting off financial support to a crystal meth addict. Also, provide a formal drug intervention and seek professional help. If a family or friend is suffering from crystal meth addiction, you may also:

Contact a family therapist to help address possible family dysfunction.

Do some research on methamphetamine, addiction, and treatment from professionals and other trusted resources.

Search for local support organizations that provide assistance programs for crystal meth users and relatives.

Crystal meth addiction help and helplines

Dial up these numbers for more information on crystal meth addiction treatment and rehabilitation:

Crystal Meth-Anonymous (213) 488-4455) – This is a non-profit 12-step fellowship for those in recovery from addiction to crystal meth.

SAMHSA Treatment Referral Helpline (1-800-662-HELP (4357) – Free and confidential information any time of the day. They provide support for individuals and family members facing substance abuse and mental health issues.

Help with crystal meth addiction questions

If you have questions or comments or experiences about crystal meth addiction, do not hesitate to share them and we will answer and respond as soon as possible.

I have used meth for 11 years now. I am not prouda of it and i think people need to understand, there is so much more to meth withdrawls then what is posted here, when i have tried to quit, its so terrible, i start off sleepy then, comes anxiaty, sick to my stomach, shortness of breath, low, very low blood pressure, diarrea, cold sweats, hot sweats, un comfortable, cant stand up equalibriam is way off, this lasts for the better part of two weeks. They need to come up wp some kind of medication to put those simptoms to rest and more ppeople would or could quit.

matt

7:22 pm February 22nd, 2015

I started using when I was 16 I am 27 now and had been clean the last 6 yrs I got married to a wonderful woma and she made me want to be a better man but I still had urges to use I fought them off as best I could but a year ago I relapsed hard my mother overdosed and I couldn’t cope ne more I have lost everything my wife job house my whole life has went down. I hate this drug and want to b done with it but I don’t know how to cope other wise I refuse to go back to rehab it never helped my mom and hasent helped me can somebody help and tell me the way off this horrible path I’ve got my self on to ?

Hello Matt. Don’t forget to breathe! You haven’t ruined anything and you should seek professional help to get back on the right track. Remember the last time you got sober, life brought you so much joy and happiness. You haven’t lost everything yet! Please talk to your doctor who can further help you find suitable addiction treatment program. You can get your life back! God knows how many beautiful and positive things will await this time. Stay strong Matt! You can do this!

Jason

9:09 pm June 15th, 2015

my hardest thing is not having any ambition or will power or want to to want to do anything like I’m too lazy. Its only been two days but I’ve been doing it for 10 years so wish me luck

Hi Jason. Join a support group and find counseling therapy that can help you set on your goal. It’s very easy to go back to using again without proper support. I hope you stay strong and win this battle! Don’t hesitate to seek medical help if needed.

linda

1:46 am June 16th, 2015

My bf daughter was s meth user she has been clean for 9 wks now she is not at the stage to seek a doctor but she is willing to have her father and I to help her right now I would like some input please

My ex has been using since he was teenager he in his 40’s now and still has a hard time we’ve been devorice for 2 years. He want me to come back but I don’t know what to do for him. But pray!! Any ideas

Emilia

8:47 am January 4th, 2016

Hello, I’m a 17 year old school student doing a research project on methamphetamine and I am interested to know what the prompting factors are which lead people to using methamphetamine. Any answers would be of great help! Thank you

paula

6:01 am January 10th, 2016

I need to find an inpatient treatment center that takes medical insurance because i have no money im on the streets and i cant seem to find any treatment centers that have an open bed i cant wait i need help A.S.A.P please someone help???????

Lydia @ Addiction Blog

10:54 pm January 10th, 2016

Hi, Paula. I’d suggest you to try SAMHSA’s treatment locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/TreatmentLocator/faces/geographicSearch.jspx
You can add more details like insurance, location, sex, etc in order to find an adequate treatment facility. Also, you may contact our trusted treatment provider to learn more about your treatment options. The help-line is displayed on the site.

Maggie

11:39 pm June 10th, 2016

Wow, I had no idea that there would be so many different services available for people struggling with an addiction. It is amazing that one drug can cause such serious withdrawal symptoms. In my opinion, the physical stabilization stage might be one of the most critical. In that stage, you need to be sure that the patient finds a really good way to address their emotional symptoms. After all, emotions are what influences decisions in the future!

Jackie

5:45 pm January 22nd, 2017

I need help I can only pay with a medical card I need to know what my options are? Please if there is real help out there for me I’m begging for help

Lydia @ Addiction Blog

12:42 pm January 24th, 2017

Hi Jackie. I suggest that you start your search on SAMSA’ treatment locator: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
Also, you may call the number you see on the website to get in touch with our trusted treatment consultant.

Amber

6:32 pm August 14th, 2018

I have been smoking meth for two years now I am scared of something I never seen b4 I have holes in my scalp and looks like crystal rocks might come out and I’m feeling a little sick nausea diarrhea pretty soon and Icching all over my body please tell me is this normal and what can I do to help my self please

Don

5:26 pm September 6th, 2018

I have only tried meth maybe 5 times or so over 6-8 months. The last time was Friday and Saturday two nights. How long are the affects after ? And now it seems that getting a hardon is an issue. Is this normal?

Hi Don. One of the most common negative effects of long-term meth use is having sexual problems. I suggest that you consult with a doctor/ therapist about your concerns.

Adam

3:37 pm November 24th, 2018

Hi. I’m addicted to crystal meth. I have been using for 13 Years and can go a couple of days with out it but my brain does not work without the drug. I am on 10mg ciprolex anti depressant but I always use because I can’t do my job as it requires me to be creative and driven and deal with life. Is there something that can be prescribed to give me assistance with brain boost and clarity in my thinking

Hi Adam. Quitting meth for good will give you brain boost and clarity, but it takes time and determination to come to that stage. It is highly recommended that you seek medical help when coming off meth. Have you considered any treatment options? You may call the helpline you see on the website to speak with a trusted treatment consultant. Also, search a treatment facility on SAMHSA’s treatment locator here: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/

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